ARCHBISHOP Emeritus Desmond Tutu has been readmitted to hospital in Cape Town to ensure he recovers under medical supervision following surgery last week his wife Leah said yesterday.

Mrs Tutu said the archbishop was readmitted on Saturday as a precaution after his surgical wound had shown signs of infection.

Tutu underwent a surgical procedure 10 days ago to address the cause of recurring infections resulting from past treatment received for prostate cancer.

The family was very grateful for the ongoing prayers and support‚ Mrs Tutu said.

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